Milan Technology MIL-SM4804G manual Making Network Connections, Connecting Network Devices

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Chapter 4: Making Network Connections

Connecting Network Devices

These switches are designed to be connected to 10, 100 or 1000 Mbps network cards in PCs and servers, as well as to other switches and hubs. They may also be connected to remote devices using optional 1000BASE-SX, 1000BASE-LX, or 1000BASE-LH SFP transceivers.

Twisted-Pair Devices

Each device requires an unshielded twisted-pair (UTP) cable with RJ-45 connectors at both ends. Use Category 5, 5e or 6 cable for 1000BASE-T connections, Category

5or better for 100BASE-TX connections, and Category 3 or better for 10BASE-T connections.

Cabling Guidelines

The RJ-45 ports on these switches support automatic MDI/MDI-X pinout configuration, so you can use standard straight-through twisted-pair cables to connect to any other network device (PCs, servers, switches, routers, or hubs).

See Appendix B for further information on cabling.

Caution: Do not plug a phone jack connector into an RJ-45 port. This will damage the switch. Use only twisted-pair cables with RJ-45 connectors that conform to FCC standards.

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Contents MIL-SM4804G Page Quick Installation Guide MIL-SM4804G 90000444 REV a European Notice Regulatory ApprovalCanadian EMI Notice You can reach MiLAN Technology technical support at TrademarksTo Contact MiLAN Technology Iii Compliances and Safety WarningsWarnhinweis Faseroptikanschlüsse Optische Sicherheit Safety CompliancePower Cord Set France et Pérou uniquement Vii Manufacturing Materials End of Product Life SpanDocumentation ViiiContents Appendix C Specifications C-1 Appendix a Troubleshooting A-1Making Network Connections Appendix B Cables B-1Tables Figures Overview IntroductionDescription of Hardware Switch ArchitectureNetwork Management Options 10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Ports1000BASE-T/SFP Ports Stacking Ports Stacking PortsLED Port and System Status LEDsSystem LEDs Power Supply Receptacles Features and BenefitsConnectivity ExpandabilityManagement PerformanceNetwork Planning Introduction to SwitchingNetwork Planning Application ExamplesCollapsed Backbone Network Aggregation Plan Network Aggregation PlanRemote Connections with Fiber Cable Remote Connections with Fiber CableMaking Vlan Connections Making Vlan ConnectionsApplication Notes Ethernet Cabling Installing the SwitchSelecting a Site Optional Rack-Mounting Equipment Equipment ChecklistPackage Contents Mounting MountingRack Mounting Rack-Montage Montage Rack Mounting Instructions GermanAttaching the Adhesive Feet Desktop or Shelf MountingConnecting Switches in a Stack Installing an Optional SFP TransceiverConnecting Switches in a Ring-topology Stack MIL-SM4804G Connecting to a Power SourceWiring Map for Serial Cable Connecting to the Console PortInstalling the Switch Making Network Connections Connecting Network DevicesTwisted-Pair Devices Cabling GuidelinesMaking Network Connections Connecting to PCs, Servers, Hubs and SwitchesNetwork Wiring Connections Network Wiring Connections Fiber Optic SFP Devices 1000BASE-T Cable Requirements Connectivity RulesMbps Ethernet Collision Domain Mbps Gigabit Ethernet Collision DomainMbps Fast Ethernet Collision Domain Cable Labeling and Connection Records Making Network Connections Diagnosing Power Problems with the LEDs Appendix a TroubleshootingDiagnosing Switch Indicators Installation Power and Cooling ProblemsIn-Band Access Stack Troubleshooting10BASE-T/100BASE-TX Pin Assignments Appendix B CablesTwisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments Cables Straight-Through WiringCrossover Wiring Twisted-Pair Cable and Pin Assignments B 1000BASE-T Pin AssignmentsFiber Standards Cable Testing for Existing Category 5 CableAdjusting Existing Category 5 Cabling to Run 1000BASE-T Physical Characteristics Appendix C SpecificationsSpecifications Switch FeaturesManagement Features Standards C StandardsCompliances Specifications 1000BASE-T GlossaryAuto-Negotiation BandwidthCollision Domain CollisionEnd Station EthernetRedundant Power Supply RPS Media Access Control MACIeee 802.3u Ieee 802.3zSwitched Ports RJ-45 ConnectorTransmission Control Protocol/Internet Protocol TCP/IP Virtual LAN VlanIndex-1 IndexNumerics Index-2 IndexIndex-3 Index Index-4 Page MIL-SM4804G 90000444 REV a